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Charge Writing Federal Adverse Actions

This presentation provides essential guidance on charge writing in federal employment law, a critical aspect of government casework. Delve into the fundamental principles of Due Process Notice, a cornerstone right that ensures fairness for federal employees facing adverse actions. This video dissects the critical components of a defensible charge, revealing the intricate relationship between the charge label, its essential elements, and the factual narrative of the specification. Learn the precision required for "specific labels" like AWOL, Falsification, or Failure to Follow Direction, and understand how they provide a clear roadmap for proof. Explore the flexibility offered by "generic labels" such as Conduct Unbecoming or Misconduct, where the strength of the charge rests entirely on a comprehensive factual narrative. We'll also examine the nuanced approach of "narrative charges," which are detailed specifications presented without a formal label, and the meticulous drafting they demand to avoid due process issues. Discover why the facts must always dictate the charge, not the other way around. Gain crucial insights from past cases highlighting common pitfalls in poorly written charges, where vague modifiers or conjunctive requirements led to failure. Understand the vital "preponderance of the evidence" standard, requiring proof that misconduct is "more likely true than not true". Finally, this guide illuminates the hierarchy of evidence, from direct testimony to documentary records, and provides best practices for utilizing Materials Relied Upon (MRUs). Master the art of drafting charges by focusing on objective offense names in the charge label and reserving subjective language, like adverbs and adjectives, for the penalty analysis, ensuring clarity and avoiding pitfalls of overstatement or unprovable intent. Perfect for federal ER/LR practitioners, HR professionals, and anyone involved in federal employment casework seeking to refine their skills in crafting legally sound and defensible charges. #FederalEmploymentLaw #DueProcess #ChargeWriting #HRforFederal #EmployeeRelations #LaborRelations #FederalCasework #MSPB #AdverseActions #GovernmentHR #CraftingCharges #LegalCompliance